Let's make this birthday one to remember.

56 years old (Born on February 09, 1969)

Happy Birthday, Tom Scharpling! May your day be filled with more laughs than a Best Show marathon and fewer awkward pauses than an open mic night. Your comedic genius on WFMU has given us countless memorable moments—from hilarious rants to unforgettable callers—proving that radio is still alive, kicking, and wonderfully weird thanks to you.

And let's not forget your brilliant contributions in GQ and New York Magazine; clearly you're the only person who can seamlessly blend sharp wit with cultural insight without breaking a sweat (or at least making it look easy). Here's hoping this year brings even greater success—and maybe finally reveals what's really inside Gary the Squirrel's head.